As we look ahead to the future of the GMC, we have made the decision to sell and move out of our longtime home and begin a new chapter, one that positions us to better serve our members, strengthen our regional mission, and give us the flexibility to thoughtfully plan our next permanent location. 

Beginning in January 2026, the GMC will maintain an office at 310 Marlboro Street in Keene, where I will work consistently and where you can continue to meet with me and our team. This transitional space allows us to stay fully operational while giving us the breathing room we need to evaluate where the Chamber should be located for the next generation of our work. During this time, we will explore options, gather input, and ensure our long-term home aligns with the needs of our members and the region we proudly serve. 

310 Marlboro Street carries its own remarkable history of innovation, craftsmanship, and resilience, mirroring the very qualities that define the Monadnock Region’s business community.  

Built in 1947 as a paintbrush factory, the building went on to serve Kingsbury, Don Brehm’s early precision manufacturing ventures, and later a mix of educational and social service organizations. In recent years, it has been reimagined as “@310,” a flexible hub for businesses, our new home, and soon a sustainable live-work community with 57 apartments (not to mention, GMC’s newest member!). 

Moving into a space with this kind of history, and into a project that will soon bring much-needed housing to our region, reflects the values we carry forward: innovation, collaboration, sustainability, and community impact. 

While our physical footprint will temporarily be smaller, our work will not be. We will continue hosting events, convening leaders, supporting businesses, championing regional marketing, and moving our strategic initiatives forward with the same energy and commitment you expect from us. Most importantly, this move gives us the opportunity to step back, ask big questions, and ensure the Chamber’s next permanent home strengthens our mission, expands our reach, and reflects the future we want to build together. 

We will also be taking this moment to be more present in the community, holding meetings, conversations, and even “office hours” at member businesses across our region. This transition is as much about flexibility as it is about connection. You’ll hear more about that in early 2026. 

Thank you for your continued support, your belief in our work, and your partnership during this transition. After 36 years in one place, change brings both emotion and possibility, and I am confident this step positions the GMC for long-term success. 

Finally, I want to express my gratitude for the generations, past and present, of Chamber leaders, staff, Board Directors, and members who have carried this organization for over 70 years. This stewardship built a legacy that inspires us today and will continue to shape our path forward. 

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me directly. I look forward to welcoming you to our new temporary space and, more importantly, to seeing you out in the community as we continue to move our region forward. 

With gratitude, 

Julie Schoelzel
President & CEO
Greater Monadnock Collaborative 

P.S. Please update your records with our new address – we’re ready to start receiving mail today!  

Greater Monadnock Collaborative
310 Marlboro Street, Suite 207
Keene, NH 03431